Juárez and Cruz Azul face each other on Saturday 01.31.2026, at 03:00 (UK Time), in a Liga MX 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Juárez's home ground, the Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Juárez and Cruz Azul, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Juárez vs Cruz Azul

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Handicap: Juárez (+1.5)

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👉 Our prediction is: Cruz Azul to win

Take Cruz Azul lightly at your own risk. While they are playing away from home, they are still a dangerous opponent that is capable of causing an upset.

Indeed, we are tipping Cruz Azul to win outright on the 1X2 market, where they are priced at 1.67 to win. We see Cruz Azul matching up well with Juárez, and they have some weapons that can exploit the home side's vulnerabilities.

👉 Our prediction is: Cruz Azul to win the 1st half

Cruz Azul will head in to face Juárez with a tough task as the away side. Their recent results and performances have been far from impressive, but in our opinion, they are being a bit too underestimated.

We are tipping Cruz Azul to win the first half because we see decent value in their odds. They still possess enough quality to cause some concern against Juárez, at least until half-time.

Juárez preview

Juárez heads into the match with the following record in the Liga MX: in 24 matches, Los Bravos secured 8 victories, 7 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.29 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Juárez's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 8 victories so far.

Juárez has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 35 goals, of which 35 were scored in the Liga MX, resulting in an average of 1.46 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Óscar Estupiñán, who has found the back of the net 9 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Puma has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 6 assists.

On the defensive side, Juárez has conceded 38 goals in the Liga MX (an average of 1.58 per game) and 38 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.58 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Cruz Azul preview

Cruz Azul comes into the game with 24 matches played so far in the Liga MX. They have secured 13 victories, 8 draws, and 3 losses, maintaining an average of 1.96 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 13 wins, 8 draws, and 3 losses.

La Máquina's attack has been highly effective, scoring 41 goals during this period. Of that total, 41 were netted in the Liga MX, with an average of 1.71 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.71.

Los Celestes's offensive system is led by Gabriel Matías Fernández Leites, the team's top scorer this season. The uruguayan forward has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, José Paradela. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 26 goals with an average of 1.08 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 26 goals in 24 matches, averaging 1.08 per match.

Head to head: Juárez vs Cruz Azul

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

Juárez Team Logo

Juárez

Mexico - Liga MX

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D L W D L

1.29

Home L L W L D

1.5

Away D W D L W

1.08

Away Team

Cruz Azul Team Logo

Cruz Azul

Mexico - Liga MX

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W L D D

1.96

Home W W D W L

2.31

Away L D D W D

1.55

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Published on 28 January 2026, at 20:31 Last updated on 29 January 2026, at 02:53
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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